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Course Support

Course Marshal

You must be 16 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 20 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 8:00 am - present until about 11:30 am

Directing runners and keeping them safe along the route are the key responsibilities. Duties include a proper understanding of the course, guiding race participants along the course, and watching out for possible participant issues and traffic. Being confident and being loud (if necessary) are pluses.

You also are a key player in keeping the excitement and momentum going on course. Feel free to act crazy, scream, cheer, laugh — anything to bring out a smile on our runners faces!

MUST WEAR A SAFETY VEST which will be provided by RRRC at check-in or you can wear your own! Standing for long periods of time is required.

This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day and bring your own hydration, snacks and sun screen.

Location

Check in at:
Westlake and Bryan Park Drive
back entrance to Bryan Park
park on park side of road


Water Stop #1

You must be 10 or older to volunteer for this task.

Minimum met, 2 volunteer spots remaining.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 8:00 am - present until about 11:30 am

This is a "cupless" water station. You will be responsible for keeping a small amount of cups filled as well as the water coolers runners to self-serve

You also are a key player in cheering on and putting a smile on our runners faces!

This event is outdoors and standing for long periods of time and staying for the duration of the event is required. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day.

Children under the age of 10 and pets are not permitted for this position.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

Truck Assistant

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 1 more volunteer needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 7:00 am - present until about 11:30 am

You are one of the first volunteers to report and one of the last to leave. You assist the driver of the RRRC truck in setting up and taking down the event, from the start/finish line to the cones and water stations along the course.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Walking is required. This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

Parking Lot Attendant

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 7:00 am - present until about 10:00 am

Directing traffic and keeping people safe are the key responsibilities. Being confident and being loud (if necessary) are pluses.

MUST WEAR A SAFETY VEST (provided by RRRC at check-in)! Standing for long periods of time is required.

This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day & bring your own hydration, snacks and sun screen.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

Finish Line Support

Bestower of Medals

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 8:00 am - present until about 11:30 am

Greet runners as they finish the Kids Run and the 10K and give them their finisher medals.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

Post-Race Refreshments

Minimum met, 1 volunteer spot remaining.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 8:30 am - present until about 11:30 am

Duties include setting up/breaking down the post-race food station, preparing food items (if needed), distributing food to event participants upon completion of the race, and making sure spectators are not partaking in the post race food.

This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

Finish Line

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 5 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 8:30 am - present until about 11:30 am

Work at the direction of the race director and timer. Assist with timing (manual and/or digital) and set-up/break-down of finish line equipment. Some lifting is required.

You also have a key role in cheering on our runners as they finish their race!

This assignment is outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

General Volunteers

General Volunteer

You must be 18 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 3 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
General volunteers are asked to arrive no later than 8:00 am

Assignments may include Course Marshal, Water Station, Finish Line, Registration, or general set-up or breakdown.

All assignments are outdoors. You need to be prepared for the weather on race day. This position is not appropriate for a volunteer with small children or pets who need supervision.

Once you are able to check in at registration, you’ll be directed to a specific assignment that needs your attention.

You may receive an email a few days in advance of the event with additional assignment details.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer field

Check-In/Registration Support

Pre-Race Packet Pick Up - TUESDAY, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

No volunteer spots remaining.

This volunteer task is full.

Details

TUESDAY, November 26, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Provide services for walk-up registration, bib number assignment/distribution, and t-shirt pick-up.

Previous experience and knowledge of the registration equipment set-up and overall operation is not necessary; we are happy to give you a tour! There will be a 'registration guru' on hand to assist in setting up tablets and other pertinent equipment for walk up registration. There are laminated detailed instructions with the equipment as well.

This assignment is indoors.

Your attendance is required for the duration of this task. Small children and animals requiring adult supervision are not permitted for this task.

Location

Lucky Road Run Shop
1601 Willow Lawn Drive
Richmond, VA 23230

Pre-Race Packet Pick Up - WEDNESDAY, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

No volunteer spots remaining.

This volunteer task is full.

Details

WEDNESDAY, November 27, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Provide services for walk-up registration, bib number assignment/distribution, and t-shirt pick-up.

Previous experience and knowledge of the registration equipment set-up and overall operation is not necessary; we are happy to give you a tour! There will be a 'registration guru' on hand to assist in setting up tablets and other pertinent equipment for walk up registration. There are laminated detailed instructions with the equipment as well.

This assignment is indoors.

Your attendance is required for the duration of this task. Small children and animals requiring adult supervision are not permitted for this task.

Location

Final Gravity Brewing Company
6118 Lakeside Avenue
Richmond, VA 23228

Race Day Packet Pick Up & Registration

You must be 14 or older to volunteer for this task.

At least 2 more volunteers needed.

Details

Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28
Report at 7:15 am - present until about 9:15 am

Provide services for walk-up registration, bib number assignment/distribution, and t-shirt pick-up.

Previous experience and knowledge of the registration equipment set-up and overall operation is not necessary; we are happy to give you a tour! There will be a 'registration guru' on hand to assist in setting up tablets and other pertinent equipment for walk up registration. There are laminated detailed instructions with the equipment as well.

Your attendance is required for the duration of this task. Small children and animals requiring adult supervision are not permitted for this task.

Location

Check in:
Joseph Bryan Park
shelter #3, across from soccer fields

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